Research Coordinator

University of British Columbia

  • Vancouver, BC
  • $4,567-5,386 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Staff - Non UnionJob Category Non Union Technicians and Research AssistantsJob Profile Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3Job Title Research CoordinatorDepartment Mitra Laboratories | Department of Paediatrics | Faculty of MedicineCompensation Range $4,567.04 - $5,385.67 CAD MonthlyPosting End Date September 8, 2025Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End Date September 30, 2026This offer is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check.Note: Only the Full Time Compensation Range is displayed on the job posting details advertised on the UBC Career sites.At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Job SummaryThe Research Assistant 3 (RA) will play a key role in coordinating a Health Canada-regulated multicenter randomized controlled trial titled Single-dose Prophylactic INdomethacin in extremely preterm infants (SPIN) within the BOOST (Better Outcomes for the Sickest and Tiniest) Research Program led by Dr Souvik Mitra in the Division of Neonatology. This Michael Smith Health Research BC funded program focuses on improving patient and family-important clinical outcomes of the smallest and sickest babies admitted in the neonatal intensive care unit through clinical research (randomized clinical trials, multicenter collaborative registry-based projects) as well as research on evidence synthesis and clinical decision-making incorporating family values and preferences.The ideal candidate would be an experienced clinical research coordinator with expertise in Health Canada-regulated trials. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to independently manage complex trial operations in compliance with ICH-GCP, Division 5 regulations and institutional policies. Exceptional organizational skills, motivation, enthusiasm, and initiative are essential for this position.The primary responsibilities of the RA are to coordinate and monitor trial activities across Canada and internationally, oversee data collection and regulatory documentation, and prepare reports for investigators and sponsors. The RA will have an opportunity to work in a collaborative research environment within the Division of Neonatology, regularly interact with researchers from across Canada as well as internationally and contribute as an author on multiple research papers including Cochrane systematic reviews.The RA is expected to attend professional development opportunities as they appear at BCCHRI, BCWRI and UBC, as appropriate. The RA meets with the PI, Research Manager, and the study teams on a regular basis. Priority consideration is given to candidates with experience in clinical trials and research based in a critical care setting.Organizational Status
Reports to Dr Souvik Mitra, Neonatologist and Associate Professor. Also may work in close collaboration with other neonatologists, research team members and other clerical and clinical personnel.Work PerformedOverseeing, coordinating and conducting Health Canada-regulated clinical trials in compliance with Division 5, ICH-GCP and institutional requirementsAssessing participant eligibility for the study, obtaining informed consent, coordinating recruitment, and collecting dataMaintaining and organizing participant logs, source documents and regulatory bindersCoordinating additional research projects, including serving as a liaison with partner research sites within and outside CanadaInteracting with families of research participants over videoconferencing and in person. This will include scheduling of appointments, providing routine information about the studies, helping participants to feel informed about the studies and comfortable in the testing environment.Coordinating proper specimen collection, storage and shipment of study specimens as requiredCollecting data, administering questionnaires and completing case report forms and source documents in accordance with GCP guidelinesEnsuring that research follow-up assessments are conducted by: tracking study visits in a timely manner; preparing study documents for follow-up mail-outs; telephoning participants; and checking scheduled clinical appointmentsRetrieving data from clinical databases and maintaining study databases, per regulations from the Hospitals and UniversitiesProviding data analyses and writing progress reports as requestedMaintaining other study related filesDrafts and submits ethics applications, amendments and renewalsAssists with coordination of contracts with the Universities, as neededCommunicates with, and reports regularly to, the Research Manager and/or periodically with investigators about the status of research projects.Grant financial management (maintaining project financial records, preparing invoices etc.)Assisting in the writing of grants, reports and academic papersConducting literature search and screening; developing and maintaining a repository of key referencesOther duties as requiredConsequence of Error/Judgement
The Research Assistant is required to conduct the research and operational activities in an ethical manner, working independently with minimal instruction and supervision. Study data must be reliably and accurately recorded. Strict confidentiality of all study participants must be adhered too. All activities involving participants are accountable to the Principal Investigators, the Department Head, and the Research Assistant's governing professional organization.Supervision Received
Works independently under very general supervision provided by the PI.Supervision Given
N/AMinimum QualificationsCompletion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s ownDemonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusionPreferred QualificationsCompletion of a university degree in health science preferred.Previous experience coordinating clinical research; specifically, experience in coordinating Health Canada regulated clinical trials and research based in a critical care setting.Additionally,Ability to plan, implement and problem solve independentlyAbility to work as part of a team, communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with study colleagues, partners and stakeholdersAbility to work with minimal supervisionSolid computer literacy required in a Microsoft environment (i.e. MSWord, Excel, Access, Powerpoint)Experience with Redcap considered an assetHigh proficiency in using statistical software (i.e. R)Highly self-motivated, excellent time management skills, detail-oriented, ability to take on assigned responsibilities and meet deadlines.

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